A1 Proverb Neutral

O seguro morreu de velho.

The safe one died of old age.

Meaning

Taking excessive precautions can still lead to undesirable outcomes.

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Cultural Background

Used frequently in informal settings to tease friends.

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Don't overthink it

It's just a proverb.

Meaning

Taking excessive precautions can still lead to undesirable outcomes.

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Don't overthink it

It's just a proverb.

Test Yourself

Complete the proverb.

O seguro morreu de ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: velho

The proverb is a fixed expression.

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Practice Bank

1 exercises
Complete the proverb. Fill Blank A1

O seguro morreu de ____.

✓ Correct! ✗ Not quite. Correct answer: velho

The proverb is a fixed expression.

🎉 Score: /1

Frequently Asked Questions

1 questions

No, it's just informal.

Related Phrases

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Cautela e caldo de galinha

contrast

Caution is good.

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